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Pennell, Henry Singleton b. June 18, 1874 d. January 19, 1907Tirah Campaign Victoria Cross Medal Recipient. He served as a Lieutenant in the Derbyshire Regiment, British Army. During the attack on the Dargai Hirghts, Tirah, India, October 20, 1897, when a Captain was struck down, Lieutenant Pennell ran to his assistance under a hail of bullets, to carry and drag him back to cover. For most prestigious gallantry, he was promoted Captain and awarded the Victoria Cross Medal. (Bio by: John "J-Cat" Griffith)St Gregory Churchyard, Dawlish, Teignbridge District, Devon, England